1995 Dodge Dakota vs. 1989 Ford Laser
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Laser would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1989 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 820 kg more than 1989 Ford Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Dodge Dakota is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Dakota | 1989 Ford Laser | |
| Make | Dodge | Ford |
| Model | Dakota | Laser |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5899 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 467 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2410 mm |
